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Experience “La Dolce Vida” in Tuscany

This Fall, join the Chamber on an exciting trip to experience the Tuscan lifestyle! From October 31-November 9, experience nine days and seven nights including your hotel, meals, day trips and airfare from Tampa for only $2,699 per person (Chamber members).

Texas Roadhouse Hosts Power Networking Event

Looking for an opportunity to tell your company’s store to other Chamber Members? On Thursday, May 10, you and 30 to 35 of your fellow members will share leads, needs and more at the Chamber’s Schmooze a’Palooza Luncheon. Schmooze a’Palooza brings members together for lunch and networking, but also affords each attendee an opportunity to share his or her company’s 30-second commercial with the group. Reservations are required.

Chamber’s Johnson Wins Tourism Award

At last week’s Polk County Tourism Week Luncheon, Senior Vice President, Convention & Visitors Bureau Jackie Johnson was honored as “Tourism Professional of the Year” by the Tourism Development Commission. We are certainly proud of Jackie and all of her hard work on behalf of our Chamber members and visitors to Polk County. Congratulations, Jackie!

Last Chance to Provide Input for 2013 Guide to Lakeland

Your Chamber is in the process of preparing for the 2013 Guide to Lakeland and Membership Directory. This flagship publication serves relocation inquiries and citizens with information about our Quality of Life and a directory of preferred businesses. As we prepare for the 2013 edition, we’d like to hear from our members about the usefulness and value of the publication, and ask for any suggestions for improvement. Thank you for sharing your feedback!

On Thursday, May 10, GrayRobinson, P.A. presents a special seminar with a look at Employment and Labor Laws. Designed for HR Professionals and management representatives, the half-day seminar has been submitted for re-certification credits. Topics will include Recent Labor Relations Act Activities, Employee Classification, and Discrimination Law Developments. Visit GrayRobinson’s Web site for more details.

LRCC Only Enrolling Site in Eastern US for Melanoma Clinical Trial

Lakeland Regional Cancer Center (LRCC) is proud to have been initiated as the only enrolling site in the eastern United States for a metastatic melanoma clinical trial. >>>Read More.

Lakeland ABWA Welcomes National President to May 9 Meeting

The Downtown Lakeland Chapter of American Business Women’s Association hosts Tina Gandy, owner of Twinz Co. Marketing and National President of the American Business Women’s Association. >>>Read More.

Google Partners With Florida Agencies for Get Your Business Online

The Florida Chamber has partnered with Enterprise Florida, Google, and many other national and state partners to promote Florida-Get Your Business Online. >>>Read More.

May 18 is National Bike to Work Day

You are invited to Go Green and Get Healthy on May 18! Join in a fun-filled day designed with options in mind. >>>Read More.

About Amy Wiggins

Amy Wiggins is the Vice President of Communications for the Lakeland Area Chamber of Commerce. In addition to updating members on the activities of the Chamber, Amy works to showcase member news and helpful resources for Lakeland's small business community.
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